Wine Page

Steakhouse | Wednesday 2 November

For 20 years William Grant nurtured a dream to make the ‘best dram in the valley’. With the help of his family, he finally achieved that vision. In the summer of 1886, with his seven sons and two daughters by his side, William set out to fulfil a lifelong ambition. Together they began building his Distillery by hand, stone by stone. After a single year of work, it was ready and William named it Glenfiddich, Gaelic for Valley of the Deer. William’s passion, determination and pioneering spirit continues to guide us today. Glenfiddich is one of the few single malt distilleries to remain entirely family owned and is now the World's Most Awarded Single Malt Scotch Whisky, a true reflection of our founder’s innovative nature, passed down through the generations.

Pre-dinner Tasting 1900hrs Dinner 1930hrs Price $988 per member and guest Speaker To be confirmed. Reservations Please book via the Club website. Priority booking available to Kellett Wine Society members only

Enquiries

Call the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

PRE-DINNER TASTING

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old

MENU AND WHISKIES

Fresh Oyster on Caramelised Pineapple Cajun Scallops with Asparagus Glenfiddich 15 Year Old ❧ ❧ ❧ Braised Chicken Rendang, Chorizo and Lentil Glenfiddich 18 Year Old ❧ ❧ ❧ Char-grilled Dutch Veal Rack, Whisky with Berries Compote, Natural Jus Glenfiddich 21 Year Old ❧ ❧ ❧ Apple Strudel, Mint Vanilla Ice-cream Glenfiddich 23 Year Old Grand Cru ❧ ❧ ❧ Coffee or Tea

VEGETARIAN MENU

Spice Eggplant Tartare on Caramelised Pineapple with Asparagus ❧ ❧ ❧ Braised Chanterelle and Wild Mushroom, Capsicum and Lentil ❧ ❧ ❧ Char-grilled Artichokes Risotto, Whisky with Berries Compote ❧ ❧ ❧ Apple Strudel, Mint Vanilla Ice-cream ❧ ❧ ❧ Coffee or Tea

What is Christmas without a good jug of mulled wine? Learn how to make the perfect mulled wine this November to prepare you for the season. Whether you are attending a Christmas dinner party or just cozied up at home with Christmas movies, a perfect glass of mulled wine can’t be missed.

Enjoy a full hour of mulled wine with us.

Price $80 per member (members only) Time 1900hrs to 2000hrs (1930hrs to 2030hrs at Shelter Cove) Location Main Lawn and Shelter Cove Reservations Please book via the Club website Enquiries Call the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

How to make Salmon Gravlax workshop

Main Lawn | Wednesday 30 November

Learn how to make Salmon Gravlax for your holiday parties this year! Provided by Seafood Friday, each participant will have their own 1.8kg Norwegian Salmon Fillet. You will get to experience the whole process. Trim, cure and at last take the Gravlax away!

Price $498 per member (members only) Time 1830hrs to 1930hrs Location Main Lawn Reservations Please book via the Club website Enquiries Call the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

Member’s Sharing on our Father’s Day Sausage Making Class

Back in June, we have done a sausage making class on Father’s Day thinking to let our beloved fathers enjoy a fun moment with friends to celebrate the special day. But our member, Anna Fisher, had a better thought about the class. Anna decided to join the class with her father and inspired us how it could be a parent-“big child” bonding event! See how Anna and the happy father, Robert E. Fisher, enjoyed the event!

"When my daughter invited me to the Dad’s Day sausage making event I immediately accepted. What dad wouldn’t want to spend time with a daughter, learn how to make a British delicacy, and enjoy free flow pale ale?

I really enjoyed the whole event, especially the free flow Young Master Pale Ale! The venue was perfect, light and airy with plenty of space for all the attendees, copious quantities of preprepared ingredients and equipment.

The catering staff were outstanding, giving lots of helpful advice and suggestions.

I’m writing this in the middle of making another batch of sausage mix and thought I’d say a thank you to the staff that made Fathers’ Day Sausage Making 101 such a success." – Robert E. Fisher

Marchesi di Barolo Wine Dinner

Compass Room | Thursday 10 November

The Marchesi di Barolo Estate encompasses approximately 430 acres of vineyards in the Langhe, some of the finest in Piedmont, including the prestigious Cannubi cru. The cellars are located in the village of Barolo, overlooking the Renaissance castle of the Marchesi Falletti di Barolo.

Barolo as we know it today was first made in the early 19th century by the Marchese Carlo Tancredi Falletti di Barolo and his wife, Giulia. The wine from their estate soon became known as “the wine from Barolo”, served at important diplomatic and royal functions. The Marchesi had no children and following the death of the couple, the Marchesi di Barolo dynasty was left without an heir. Per the wishes of Marchesa Giulia, a great philanthropist, the family assets were donated to charity and a non-profit foundation was created in their name, “Opera Pia Barolo”, helping the neediest of nearby Torino. The sales of wine from their Barolo vineyards continue to fund the charity, which still exists today. In 1929, local winemaker, Pietro Abbona purchased the cellars formerly owned by the Marchesi and eventually acquired all their vineyard holdings as well.

Today, Marchesi di Barolo remains a family business. Since 2006, the estate has been under the direction of Pietro’s great-grandson and fifth-generation winemaker, Ernesto Abbona and his wife Anna, who have inherited a longstanding winemaking tradition and a love of the vineyards and its wines.

Pre-dinner Tasting 1900hrs Dinner 1930hrs Price $928 per member and $1,028 per non-member Speaker To be confirmed Reservations Please book via the Club website. Priority booking available to Kellett Wine Society members only

PRE-DINNER TASTING

Marchesi di Barolo, Roero Arneis DOCG 2017

MENU AND WINES

Grilled Cajun Razor Clam, Hokkaido Scallop, Passion Fruit and Mango Jelly, Almond Dip Marchesi di Barolo, Langhe Bianco DOC Bric Amel 2018/2019 ❧ ❧ ❧ Marinated Tuna Carpaccio with Tuna Sauce, Berries and Capers Marchesi di Barolo, Barbera d'Alba DOC Peiragal 2018 ❧ ❧ ❧ Slow-cooked Wild Boar Ragu with Strozzapreti, Gorgonzola Crumble Marchesi di Barolo, Barolo DOCG Coste di Rose 2015 ❧ ❧ ❧ Braised Osso Buco on Portobello Mushroom, Dark Cherries Compote Marchesi di Barolo, Barolo DOCG Cannubi 2014 Marchesi di Barolo, Barolo DOCG Sarmassa 2012 ❧ ❧ ❧ Apricot and Hazelnut Tart with Lychee Sobert Marchesi di Barolo, Moscato d'Asti DOCG Zagara 2020 ❧ ❧ ❧ Coffee or Tea

VEGETARIAN MENU

Grilled Cajun Asparagus, Artichoke, Passion Fruit and Mango Jelly, Almond Dip ❧ ❧ ❧ Marinated Cucumber and Tomato Carpaccio with Hollandaise Sauce, Berries and Capers ❧ ❧ ❧ Beyond Meat Ragu with Strozzapreti, Gorgonzola Cheese Crumble ❧ ❧ ❧ Braised Zucchini on Portobello Mushroom, Dark Cherries Compote ❧ ❧ ❧ Apricot and Hazelnut Tart with Lychee Sobert ❧ ❧ ❧ Coffee or Tea

Bringing on the Thanksgiving spirit! This year we present to you a full-on American Thanksgiving buffet. Turkey carving, mash potatoes, pumpkin pie, you name it. We are saying thanks to you! Please book via the Club website.

Christmas Recyclable Ornament Making Workshop

Regatta Room | Sunday 27 November

Utilising recyclable materials to make brand new ornaments for your Christmas Tree. Light bulb snowman, soda can ornaments and many more creative ideas! Enjoy a fun morning with us and make sustainable ornaments for this festive season.

Children under 7 must have adult supervision

Price $50 per member and per child Time 0900hrs to 1100hrs Location Regatta Room Reservations Please book via the Club website. Enquiries Call the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

Paint and Wine

Kellett Island | Tuesday 15 November

Our Paint and Wine is back for another round! Enjoy a two-hour freeflow while you paint what your heart desires. All materials are included. Best part? You get to take your painting home as a winning trophy!

Price $198 per adult Time 1800hrs to 2100hrs Location To be confirmed Reservations Please book via the Club website. Enquiries Call the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

Christmas Grotto

Ward Room | Sunday 27 November

Celebrate this Festive Season by visiting our Christmas Grotto! For the first time ever, the Club is bringing the North Pole grotto to you. Come visit Santa’s home and snap a memorable photograph with him. Bring your loved ones and kick off this Christmas with Santa and his Elves.

Each family will receive a printed copy and electronic copies. Extra prints available at supplemental charge. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to charity

Price $150 per photo session (includes one standard print and ALL the soft copy photos in high resolution) Time 1100hrs to 1700hrs Location Ward Room Reservations MUST book via the Club website with selected time slot Enquiries Call the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk.

Compass Room | Thursday 24 November

The origins of the Bodega Valdespino date back to 1264 A.D. The first member of the Valdespino family to cultivate and age Sherry wines was Don Alfonso Valdespino, one of 24 Christian Knights who fought for King Alonso to re-conquer the City of Jerez from the Moors.

As a reward for a successful battle, the King rewarded the Knights, including Don Alfonso Valdespino by giving them land in the City of Jerez.

Although commercial activities are recorded as far back as 1430, the company was not registered until 1875. In 1883 the House of Valdespino became a purveyor of Sherry to the Royal House of Spain and in 1932, they also became purveyors of Sherry to the Royal House of Sweden.

The Valdespinos had the initial idea of registering the trademark for the SACRISTIA in 1910. The Sacristia is the area in the ageing cellars, known as bodegas, where the very best casks of Sherry a bodega has are kept. Other bodegas now use this term, but it is only Valdespino who has the right to use it.

The Valdespino Bodega also produces Fino Inocente, the only Sherry wine whose grapes are harvested from only one vineyard, the Macharnudo Estate. It is also unique in that it is the only Sherry wine fermented in oak barrels, being now the norm to ferment in stainless steel tanks. It is also certainly the only Fino which has 10 'Criaderas' or nursery cask stages, instead of the usual 2 or 3 for other Finos.

Pre-dinner Tasting 1900hrs Dinner 1930hrs Price $788 per member and $888 per non-member Speaker To be confirmed. Reservations Please book via the Club website. Priority booking available to Kellett Wine Society members only

Enquiries

Call the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

PRE-DINNER TASTING

Alta Alella MIRGIN Gran Reserva Brut Nature 2017

MENU AND WINES

Salmon and Hamachi Sashimi, Jet-fresh Oyster with Caviar, Marinated Vine Cherry Tomato, Almond Foam Marqués del Real Tesoro, Fino Tío Mate ❧ ❧ ❧ Deep-fried Cod Fish Croquettes, Green Apple Horseradish Remoulade Bodega Valdespino Fino Inocente ❧ ❧ ❧ Smoked Duck Breast, Creamy Hazelnut Roasted Vegetable Risotto, Crispy Parmesan Cheese Bodega Valdespino Amontillado Tío Diego ❧ ❧ ❧ Braised Iberico Pork Belly in Cinnamon Sweet Soy Sauce, Asparagus Lettuce Bodega Valdespino “Solera 1842” Oloroso Dulce V.O.S. ❧ ❧ ❧ Double Chocolate Fudge Brownies, Blue Cheese Ice-cream Bodegas Valdespino Pedro Ximénez El Candado ❧ ❧ ❧ Coffee or Tea

VEGETARIAN MENU

Grilled Asparagus and Artichoke, Marinated Vine Cherry Tomato, Almond Foam ❧ ❧ ❧ Deep-fried Avocado Croquettes, Green Apple Horseradish Remoulade ❧ ❧ ❧ Roast Pumpkin, Creamy Hazelnut Roasted Vegetable Risotto, Crispy Parmesan Cheese ❧ ❧ ❧ Roast Eggplant stuffed with Wild Mushroom Roulade, Cinnamon Sweet Soy Sauce, Asparagus Lettuce ❧ ❧ ❧ Double Chocolate Fudge Brownies, Blue Cheese Ice-cream ❧ ❧ ❧ Coffee or Tea

Wente Vineyards “Morning Fog” Chardonnay 2020, Central Coast, California, USA

Bursts with aromatics of melon and green apple complemented by hints of toasty oak and vanilla from barrel aging. This wine is balanced by a lingering minerality and natural acidity to create a beautiful wine.

$368 per bottle.

Wente Vineyards “Sandstone” Merlot 2020, Livermore Valley, California, USA

Carries itself with a measure of composure and finesse that promises plenty of appeal. Generous aromas of black cherry and plum are tempered by layers of cinnamon, nutmeg, and an oak sweetness.

$388 per bottle.

Available in all F&B outlets.

The Thienpont Family Box Set

Everybody knows Le Pin, but this family also owns many other great value wines! Try them out!

Vieux Château Certan Grand Vin 2013, Pomerol, Bordeaux [WE94]

Château Puygueraud Francs-Côtes de Bordeaux AOC 2016, Bordeaux

François et Guillaume Thienpont ‘Les Fillottes’ Pomerol 2015,

Pomerol, Bordeaux [JS93]

François et Guillaume Thienpont ‘L'Etoile’ Lalande de Pomerol AOC 2018,

Bordeaux [JS92]

F. Thienpont, La Parcelle du Rocher Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC 2016,

Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux

F. Thienpont, Château Manoir du Gravoux ‘La Violette du Manoir’

Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux AOC 2016, Bordeaux [JS92]

Gift box packaging

$3,088 per set.

For enquiries, please call the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

Wine Box Set of the Month – November

Monthly Wine Fairs

Kellett Island, Wednesday 2 November, 1830hrs to 2030hrs Shelter Cove, Friday 4 November, 1930hrs to 2130hrs

For reservations, please book online via our Club website.

Introducing Local Beverage Makers #2 – Deadman Brewery

Despite being established since 2015, Deadman Brewery is still somewhat under the radar from most craft beer fans in Hong Kong. Though self-described as a local, nanobrewery, Deadman Brewery has great ambition to challenge traditions in the hope that it may lead the brewery to where no brewer has gone before.

Deadman aims to create exceptionally unique tasting yet balanced beers through experimentation. Brewing all kinds of craft beers with different styles, Deadman believes their beers have struck the perfect equilibrium, which may actually be proved with the numerous awards won by their beers!

To learn more about this local brewery, join us in a series of events in which you will have the chance to meet the founders and their team!

Craft Beer of the Month

Sports Bar | 1 November to 31 December

Dirty Pale Ale, one of the most popular award-winning beers of Deadman will be available on tap in Sports Bar throughout November and December! This hazy pale ale is full of tropical, citrus flavours. It is the winner of both local and international awards.

Bring more friends to enjoy a special combo price for 6 pints!

Deadman x RHKYC Collaboration Brew

Main Bar and Sports Bar | from 1 November until stock lasts

Craft Beer lovers, visit Main Bar or Sports Bar to enjoy this mysterious collaboration brew! Deadman has created this craft beer just for RHKYC, and you are going to find out how special this beer is on your own!

Try before this limited release runs out!

Meet the Makers – Craft Beer 101

Main Lawn | Thursday 3 November | 1830hrs to 2000hrs

What is Craft Beer? How craft beer is different from commercial beer? How is it made? What are the different styles of craft beer? If there are some questions you have in mind, join us for the Craft Beer 101 masterclass for answers! You will also be able to taste different Deadman beers!

Selected beers will also be available at Main Deck and Bistro Deli throughout the month.

For registrations and details, please visit the Club webpage.